James Patterson funds scholarships for future teachers

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<p>James</a> Patterson funds MSU scholarships for future teachers</p>

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EAST LANSING, Mich. — Best-selling author James Patterson is creating a scholarship program at Michigan State University to help prepare teachers ready to serve in urban areas.</p>

<p>His gift to the College of Education will provide $60,000 a year for students enrolled in the Urban Educators Cohort Program, a specialized teacher preparation track that begins during freshmen year.</p>

<p>“When I read about the excellent teaching programs at MSU’s College of Education and its Urban Educators Cohort, I hoped there would be an opportunity for me to help,” said Patterson, writer of well-known detective novels and several children’s books. “I wanted to give a hand to eager students who take on the challenge of becoming great teachers.”</p>

<p>The eight recipients of the James Patterson Teacher Education Scholarships will be selected this summer. Each will receive $7,500 a year for tuition starting with the fall semester.

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<p>Very cool new scholarship for anyone interested in this program. I'm glad it received attention and funding as it really is a fantastic program.</p>